Masterpieces of Modern Art

The Thannhauser family donated a significant portion of their collection, which included several important Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works, to the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in 1963. A first selection from the Thannhauser Collection was presented in a dedicated wing of the museum in 1965. The accompanying publication, Masterpieces of Modern Art, includes a brief introduction by Harry F. Guggenheim, color reproductions, and checklist.

Excerpt

Two years ago Mr. Justin K. Thannhauser overwhelmed our Trustees with the message that he was considering a bequest to our Museum of seventy-five paintings and drawings from his famous personal collection of works of art. Mr. Thannhauser, one of the most highly respected dealers in both the new and old world, has collected these works since youth. His first purchase was of a Picasso made while he was studying history of art in Paris. His father was a prominent art dealer of his day. Mr. Thannhauser is an art collector of extensive knowledge and superb taste. He is also a sensitive and perceptive gentleman whose aim it has been eventually to find a place in a sympathetic environment for these works of art which have been the companions of his home.